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    Jeffrey S. Knighton, Jr.

    Associate

    Baton Rouge
    225-376-0299
    jay.knighton@phelps.com
    Areas Of Focus
    LitigationInsurance

    Jay Knighton practices in Phelps’ litigation and insurance groups, with a focus on first-party insurance and professional liability claims.

    While in law school, he served as Senior Articles Editor of the LSU Journal of Energy & Law Resources. 

    Insights

    • November 1, 2024

      No Arbitration for Insurers Under Louisiana Law: Louisiana Supreme Court Prohibits Enforcement of Insurance Policy Arbitration Provisions…

    • May 14, 2024

      New Duties for Insurers and Insureds Under LA Overhaul of Bad Faith Statutes…

    Education

    • Louisiana State University Law Center, J.D., cum laude, 2021
    • College of the Holy Cross, B.A., History, 2014
    • Louisiana State University Law Center, J.D., cum laude, 2021
    • College of the Holy Cross, B.A., History, 2014

    Credentials

    • Louisiana
    • U.S. District Court, Western District of Louisiana
    • Judicial Law Clerk for Hon. Marilyn C. Castle, 15th Judicial District Court
    • Louisiana
    • U.S. District Court, Western District of Louisiana
    • Judicial Law Clerk for Hon. Marilyn C. Castle, 15th Judicial District Court
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